 Mission/Vision
AWAM is an independent feminist organisation committed to improving the lives of women in Malaysia. Our vision is to create a just and equitable society where women are treated with respect, and free from all forms of violence and discrimination.
Towards this, we inform, connect...
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AWAM is an independent feminist organisation committed to improving the lives of women in Malaysia. Our vision is to create a just and equitable society where women are treated with respect, and free from all forms of violence and discrimination.
Towards this, we inform, connect and mobilise those interested in:
- Securing women's rights
- Bringing about gender equality
- Supporting women in crisis
We also build the capacities of those who work for women's empowerment and social transformation. To keep up with change and to remain effective, we regularly evaluate, plan and monitor our work.
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What does the organization do?
- Lobbying and advocacy for improved legislation and policy.
- Public education and training to raise awareness on a range of issues related to gender and gender-based violence.
- Research focussing on rape, sexual harassment at the workplace and the portrayal of women in the...
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- Lobbying and advocacy for improved legislation and policy.
- Public education and training to raise awareness on a range of issues related to gender and gender-based violence.
- Research focussing on rape, sexual harassment at the workplace and the portrayal of women in the media.
- Services for women in crisis, which include counselling and legal advice.
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Opportunities for Youth
Increasing - as more young women are joining. The organisation is not hierarchical and is free from ageist restrictions. A number of young women have reached key positions in the organisation, due to the time and effort they have put into the organisation, as well as the dynamism and energy they...
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Increasing - as more young women are joining. The organisation is not hierarchical and is free from ageist restrictions. A number of young women have reached key positions in the organisation, due to the time and effort they have put into the organisation, as well as the dynamism and energy they bring in.
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